Music icon Janet Jackson has set her sites on nailing an exclusive deal in the movie industry. Get the deets on Janet's new deal with Lionsgate, plus find out why Bill Cosby snapped off on Russell Simmons inside...
Janet Jackson has signed a new production deal with Lionsgate to select, develop and produce a feature film. When asked about the project, Janet said,
“Many people forget I started out as an actor. “I have been fortunate to work in the film industry, though not as much as I would like. I have a passion for storytelling, and have been doing it through my music for some time.”
Mike Paseornek, Lionsgate President of Motion Picture Production and Development, agrees with Janet and says the studio is very excited to work with her.
“She is a powerful on-screen presence, with a vast audience, and we believe she will be an equally powerful presence behind the scenes. We are honored to be able to provide a home for her ideas, passion and immense talent.”
Congrats Janet. Looks like she's taking a page out of her homie Tyler Perry's book.
And in celebrity feud news:
Bill Cosby is not a fan of Russell Simmons. Page Six reports that during the Jackie Robinson Annual Awards Dinner at the Waldorf-Astoria last week, Bill told Russell Simmons to "get the [bleep] out of my face." SMH. Isn't it hard to imagine Dr. Huxstable using those words? Funny as hell though.
So where does this beef come from? The NY Post says the two icons has been beefing since 2009 when Russell criticized Bill's "State of Emergency" campaign promoting socially conscious rap music. Russell took issue with Bill telling young folks how to express their music and words and that upset Bill.
Russell approached Bill at the dinner saying, "I wanted to find him to apologize, to tell him I was sorry about my statements and to tell him that I loved him." But then....Mr. Cosby said, "Get the [bleep] out my face!"
And if that wasn't enough, Russell says Bill "walked by me and bumped me with his shoulder as I walked offstage after presenting my award to Sean [Combs, who was honored at the event] . . . I then loved him even more."
Who knew Bill was gangsta like that? He will curse you out and throw bows all at the same time. Gotta love it.
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